Third Anniversary Commemoration of Bishop Emeritus Paride Taban
November 1, 2026 · Peace Village Team · Community
The Catholic Diocese of Torit and Holy Trinity Peace Village Kuron (HTPVK) warmly invite communities, Church leaders, government representatives, traditional authorities, development partners, family members, young people, women, neighbouring communities, friends, and well-wishers to the Third Anniversary Commemoration of Bishop Emeritus Paride Taban.
Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
Venue: Holy Trinity Peace Village Kuron, Kapoeta East County, Eastern Equatoria State, South Sudan
Theme: "Living His Legacy: Faith, Peace, Reconciliation, and Human Dignity"
Bishop Paride Taban was a faithful servant of God, a shepherd of his people, and an extraordinary apostle of peace. His vision led to the establishment and growth of Holy Trinity Peace Village Kuron as a place where people from different ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds can meet, reject violence, reconcile, and learn to live together as brothers and sisters.
This anniversary will celebrate his life and legacy through prayer, testimonies, cultural expressions, youth participation, peacebuilding activities, and renewed commitments to peace and reconciliation.
Programme Highlights:
8:00-9:00 a.m. - Arrival, registration, and welcome of delegates
9:00-9:30 a.m. - Procession of communities, choirs, youth, traditional leaders, and invited guests
9:30-9:50 a.m. - Formal welcome, safety briefing, and introduction of the theme
10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon - Solemn Eucharistic Celebration of All Saints, with special prayers for Bishop Paride and peace
12:00-12:30 p.m. - Memorial prayers, laying of wreaths or flowers, and blessing of the memorial space
12:30-1:00 p.m. - Ecumenical and interfaith peace ceremony
1:00-2:00 p.m. - Community lunch and fellowship
2:00-2:45 p.m. - Testimonies from family, Church, government, traditional leaders, women, youth, and peace partners
2:45-3:15 p.m. - Documentary and photographic presentation on the life and mission of Bishop Paride Taban